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Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan

This Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan transforms classic chicken parm into a hands-off, family-friendly dish that's perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
  • 1 jar marinara sauce (24–26 oz)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • optional Fresh basil for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Place the seasoned breasts in a single layer in the slow cooker. If needed, slightly overlap—don’t stack too many.
  3. Pour the jar of marinara sauce evenly over the chicken, making sure each piece is mostly covered.
Cooking
  1. Cook on low for 6–7 hours, or on high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is no longer pink inside.
  2. About 25–30 minutes before serving, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan evenly over the chicken. Replace the lid and continue cooking until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  3. Garnish with torn fresh basil and serve immediately.

Notes

Use thick-cut or thin-sliced breasts; if breasts are uneven, pound them to even thickness for consistent cooking. Substitute marinara with tomato-basil sauce for variations. For a gluten-free option, serve with zucchini noodles.